My Audio Updates
Here you will find audio clips about important events that have taken place during the current and past Legislative Sessions.
Rep. Murt Comments on New Marcellus Shale Tax Plan That Shares Revenue and Supports Human Service Programs - 10/5/2011
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Legislation calling for a Marcellus Shale gas tax that would share revenue from a gas severance tax between state and local government has been introduced in the State House. Rep. Tom Murt (R-Montgomery & Phila.), who is co-sponsoring the bill with Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks), said this plan would result in an equitable distribution of revenues across the state and offer support for underfunded human service programs. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Tom Murt Comments on House Passage of His Child Labor Law Reform Legislation - 7/6/2011
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The Pennsylvania House has passed legislation designed to reform the state’s child labor laws with regard to entertainment. Rep. Tom Murt (R-Montgomery & Philadelphia) prime sponsor of House Bill 1548, said he worked with child-actor advocates, as well as the film industry to craft legislation that will protect child performers while providing reasonable guidelines that will not stifle the entertainment industry in the Commonwealth. Chuck Nichols reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Murt Says Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program Bill Will Increase Educational Opportunities for PA Children - 5/11/2011
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Legislation to expand the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program that provides scholarship money for children from low- and middle-income families to attend the schools of their choice was approved this week by the House of Representatives. Rep. Tom Murt (R-Montgomery & Philadelphia) said the EITC program is a well known and effective method of increasing the availability of educational alternatives for Pennsylvania’s children. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Murt Introduces Legislation to Update Child Labor Laws - 6/7/2010
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Legislation that would update and close loopholes in Pennsylvania’s child labor laws has been introduced in Harrisburg. House Bill 2515, sponsored by Rep. Tom Murt (R-Montgomery) would address issues relating to children working on television and film productions in the commonwealth. Murt noted that his legislation is aimed at providing protections for the health, education, and financial well-being of minors working in the entertainment industry. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Murt Says Lawmakers are Looking at PA Child Labor Laws in the TV and Film Industry - 4/14/2010
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The latest trends in television that include using families and children as the subject of reality programs was the focus of a public hearing on Pennsylvania’s child labor laws held Wednesday by the House Republican Policy Committee in Montgomery County. Rep. Thomas Murt (R-Montgomery & Philadelphia) who requested the hearing, said circumstances surrounding a recent reality TV series filmed in Berks County have led lawmakers to investigate state regulations relating to children working in the film and television and if these regulations are adequate and appropriately enforced. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep. Murt Comments on Child Labor in Reality Television - 4/13/2010
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The latest trends in television that include using families and children as the subjects for reality TV programs is the focus of a public hearing on Pennsylvania's child labor laws being held by the House Republican Policy Committee on Wednesday in Horsham. Rep. Tom Murt (R-Montgomery, Philadelphia) said lawmakers are interested in discovering if current state regulations relating to children working in the film and television production industry are adequate and up to date. Mike Davies Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Murt Comments on His Legislation to Provide Benefit to Injured Veterans - 3/2/2010
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In an effort to provide additional help for Pennsylvania's veterans, a lawmaker in Harrisburg has introduced new legislation designed to expand benefits for those disabled during service to their country. Rep. Thomas Murt (R-Montgomery), a veteran of the Iraq War, and prime sponsor of the bill, said he feels the state has an obligation to help those injured during military service. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Murt Hosts Policy Committee Hearing on Food Allergy Reaction in Schools - 4/14/2009
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A public hearing on legislation that would set statewide policies for the management of food allergy reaction in public schools was held Tuesday at the Horsham Township Community Center in Bucks County. Rep. Tom Murt requested that the House Republican Policy Committee hold the hearing on his legislation to investigate how the PA Dept. of Education might create guidelines for school districs to deal with students who suffer severe allergic reactions. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Murt Comments on Legislation to Provide "In-State" Tuition Rates to Military Veterans - 10/7/2008
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Lawmakers are voicing concern over the details of legislation under consideration by the state House designed to offer non-resident military veterans an “in-state” tuition break at Pennsylvania’s state related colleges and universities, but require these vets to perform community service. Rep. Tom Murt (R-Montgomery), who sponsored an amendment to remove the community service provision from the bill, said veterans have already performed a service to their community and country, and that they deserve to be rewarded with a discounted education. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Murt Comments on Electric Deregulation - 9/24/2008
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Lawmakers in Harrisburg are working to soften the blow for electricity consumers who may face higher bills as electricity rates in Pennsylvania are deregulated over the next two years. Rep. Tom Murt – (R-Montgomery) said that he supports a phase-in of higher electric rates, and that it is important to promote competition in the electric markets in order to stabilize prices. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Cut available.